Exhibition

Unpolished

UNPOLISHED HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ONLINE EXHIBITION OF EXPERIMENTAL GLASS JEWELLERY Here we are proud to show you our latest exhibition, Unpolished: Experimental Glass Jewellery, curated by Candice Elena Greer. Twenty eight artists from all over the world were selected to reflect innovative practice in the making of glass jewellery and body adornment. Our aim was to focus on experimentation rather than polish, although it must be said that many of the submissions are a smidgeon more Polished than Unpolished. That said, there is no lack of innovation and all the work shown demonstrates a measure of ingenuity of technique, material, process, aesthetic or idea - and in some cases all of these things. If you wish to purchase any of the work, and we do encourage you to do so, please contact the artists directly using the contact details given.

Dimensions (HxWxD): 70mmx10mmx7mm Materials and techniques: Laser marked fused glass pendant with surgical steel fitting
A research project at the School of Jewellery in Birmingham led to a collection of experimental pieces using laser marking onto glass surfaces. The original drawing was of a feather drawn with a calligraphic quality. Laser marking has enabled me to maintain the spontaneity and spirit of the original marks made on paper.
Email: jonewmanglass@blueyonder.co.uk

Artist: Louise Watson

Glass Tiara by Louise Watson

Photographer: Louise Watson

Dimensions (HxWxD): Actual Glass section = 55mm(H) x 130mm(W) x 40mm(D) Materials and techniques: Glass, silver plated band, fused & slumped.
'Motivated by the endless possibilities of manipulating glass through kiln forming I am constantly enthused by the physical changes that occur during the heating and cooling process. I thrive on the anticipation of changes that occur in the kiln after a firing commences.'
Email: louise@louisewatson.co.uk
Website: www.louisewatson.co.uk

Chakras are energy centres within the body, (Root (red), Sacral (orange), Solar Plexus (yellow), Heart (green), Throat (blue), Third Eye (purple), Crown(magenta)). Each represents a different physical, emotional or spiritual aspect of a person. Get Your Chakra On is a series of wearable forms designed to balance these seven chakras.
Email: info@karendonnellan.com
Website: www.karendonnellan.com

Artist: Marion Sterner

Living Jabot with black by Marion Sterner

Photographer: Marion Sterner

Dimensions (HxWxD): overall length 120 cm Materials and techniques: lampworked glass elements: uv-sensitive glass and black etched soft glass, clasp: sterling silver, gold plated, everything strung on black polyester thread
'Since a long time I have wanted to breathe life into glass jewellery, to allow it to interact with the environment and its wearer, and to actively experience inside-outside, night and day. The result is an immediately visible mutation from colourless at night, without UV-radiation, to dark in daylight.'
E-mail: sterner@tele2.it

Artist: Kate Williams

Telly Pegs by Kate Williams

Photographer: Kate Williams

Dimensions (HxWxD): 90mm x 11mm x 20mmMaterials and techniques: Recycled television screens, gold plated springs.
'I was influenced by the windy environment of Caithness and how the people survive there. The clothes peg became a symbol for how they cling to the landscape and strive to exist in their surroundings. Recycling and regenerating the television screen, conveyed that sense of strength and adaptability.'
Email: info@katewilliams.org,uk
Website: www.katewilliams.org.uk

Artist: Rowan Van der Holt

Sensuality in Sleeping by Rowan Van der Holt

Photographer: Rowan Van der Holt

Dimensions: Necklace is 2030 cm long x 8 cm wide, earring is 12 cm long x 10 cm wide. Materials and techniques: Flame worked glass 104 CoE crafted on wire with Japanese seed beads, pearls, silver findings and magnetic clasps.
This work is crafted to be worn in interchangeable sections. It explores the concept of balance through contradictions. It was inspired by the fairytale of Sleeping Beauty. Drawing also from the Japanese Cherry Blossoms Festival, Hanami, which echoes an ancient cultural belief in the short, transitory nature of youth and life.
Email: rowanberries@hotmail.co.uk
Website: rowanberrydesigns.co.uk

Artist: Kathryn Wardill

Study in Blue (Neckpiece) by Kathryn Wardill

Photographer: Kathryn Wardill

Dimensions (HxWxD): H 400mm x W 250mm x D 30mm Materials: Glass, Mineral Crystal disks & Sterling Silver
'As a prolific maker and I am never standing still in one jewellery place for very long, I never want to stay in my jewellery comfort zone. I try to push myself to a place where I am uncomfortable, with no idea what I am doing so that when I eventually resolve the problems of the piece I feel an unbelievable sense of achievement. A circle has no beginning, therefore no end. One piece always informs the next.'
Email: kathryn.wardill@rmit.edu.au
Website: www.wardill.com

Artist: Sara Fell

O' precious by Sara Fell

Photographer: Sara Fell

Dimensions: 9cmx8cmx4cm Materials and techniques: Cast Lead Crystal, Bronze, Brass and Silver.
'O' precious, is a celebration of the preciousness of glass jewellery throughout history. So precious, the ring balances in its own glass cache, keeping it safe when not worn. Its form reflects aspects of both the 'ancient and of the 'hidden, of Syrian tomb doorways, of Shrines and keyholes.
Email: info@sarafell.co.uk
Website: www.sarafell.com

Artist: Katya Handl

necklace "My little secret" by Katya Handl

Photographer: Katya Handl

Dimensions (HxWxD): 220 x 200 mm Materials and techniques: glass beads, glass pearl, beadworking
'My work is inspired mainly by natural beauties and processes and traditional Czech technique. I admire different kinds of flowers, ectophytes and insect. I would like to call up the impression that my jewellery is part of that incredible world of nature. It could be the ecthophyte that is climbing around your neck as well as the beautiful beetle hidden in the blooming flower.'
Email: kathan@seznam.cz

Artist: A. Stradling

Photographer: A. Stradling

Dimensions (HxWxD): 25x60x60mm Materials and techniques: 9ct Gold, glass, cork, oil, resin, hardwoods, gold leaf. Goldsmithing and glass blowing.
Abigail graduated from the School of Jewellery, Birmingham, 2006 with BA Hons Jewellery & Silversmithing. Her jewellery draws inspiration from themes such as time, place and memory, utilising lamp working and blown glass with precious metals. The Symbiosis collection was developed during an artist residency at the Australian National University.
Email: abistradling@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.abigailstradling.co.uk

Artist: Lauren Taylor

Black Oyster Pendant by Lauren Taylor

Photographer: Lauren Taylor

Dimensions (HxWxD): 20 x 13 x 1cm Materials and techniques: Kiln formed, cut and hand finished glass, electroformed silver, 'My work is strongly influenced by the marine world and its plethora of richly coloured and patterned life forms. I use kiln-forming and cold-working techniques to produce glass components, producing wearable pieces with the addition of precious metals.'
Email: ms.laurentaylor@yahoo.co.uk

Artist: Antje Illner

Photographer: Antje Illner

Dimensions (HxWxD): 40mmx60mmx Inside Out 0mm Materials and techniques: clear molten glass is pushed through a pierced silver sheet
Antje's passion for design is reflected in her life and in research, consultancy, exhibitions, teaching, publications and awards. Recent work creates a mood of calm sensuality, visually or by touch. By holding the smooth curvilinear shapes the wearer gains a relaxing feeling of refined intimacy. The forms induce a physical sensation when worn round the neck and touched.
Email: antje_illner@hotmail.com

Artist: Luisa Restrepo

Medallion Scroll (neck piece) by Luisa Restrepo

Photographer: Victor Mendiola

Dimensions (HxWxD): 45cm long x 7cm (widest piece) x 6mm deepMaterials and techniques: Polished and sandblasted fused glass, with silver'The necessity to ADORN is innate to humans. We Ornate. And with this, we differentiate, communicate and most importantly, we SEDUCE.'Email: luisarpo@gmail.com
Website: http://luisarestrepo.com

Dimensions (HxWxD):15mm x 19mm x 9mm Materials and techniques: Lampworked Borosilicate Glass, Sterling Silver
'Capturing an ephemeral moment in glass.In the shower, no make up, no jewellery, no clothes - unpolished. Adorned only with the beauty of clear water droplets.This piece embodies the luxury in our everyday lives. Simplicity is key. The illusion works only if the ear-fitting is close to invisible.'
Email: mail@madelinebunyan.com
Website: www.madelinebunyan.com

Artist: Jo Newman

Photographer: simon bruntnell

Dimensions (HxWxD): 70mmx10mmx7mm Materials and techniques: Laser marked fused glass pendant with surgical steel fitting
A research project at the School of Jewellery in Birmingham led to a collection of experimental pieces using laser marking onto glass surfaces. The original drawing was of a feather drawn with a calligraphic quality. Laser marking has enabled me to maintain the spontaneity and spirit of the original marks made on paper.
Email: jonewmanglass@blueyonder.co.uk

Artist: Marco Minelli

Illusion by Marco Minelli

Photographer: Marco Minelli

Dimensions (HxWxD):60 x 50 x 10'Art in general is living a static moment which is reflected in the world that surrounds us. For this reason at least I imagine,that one must promote something new that would overcome and launch new ideas.'
Website: www.MarcoMinelli.com

Artist: Kate Williams

Photographer: Kate Williams

"Dimensions (HxWxD): 90mm x 11mm x 20mm Materials and techniques: Recycled television screens, gold plated springs.
'I was influenced by the windy environment of Caithness and how the people survive there. The clothes peg became a symbol for how they cling to the landscape and strive to exist in their surroundings. Recycling and regenerating the television screen, conveyed that sense of strength and adaptability.'
Email: kate@katewilliams.org.uk
Website: www.katewilliams.org.uk

Artist: A. Stradling

Moment Cluster ring by Abi Stradling

Photographer: A. Stradling

Dimensions (HxWxD): 25x60x60mm Materials and techniques: 9ct Gold, glass, cork, oil, resin, hardwoods, gold leaf. Goldsmithing and glass blowing. Abigail graduated from the School of Jewellery, Birmingham, 2006 with BA Hons Jewellery & Silversmithing. Her jewellery draws inspiration from themes such as time, place and memory, utilising lamp working and blown glass with precious metals. The Symbiosis collection was developed during an artists residency at the Australian National University.
Email: abistradling@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.abigailstradling.co.uk

Artist: Marianne Schliwinski

Toledo 3 by Marianne Schliwinski

Photographer: Jârgen Eickhoff

Dimensions (HxWxD): 65 x 70 x 12mm Materials and techniques: glass found, mirrow, finesilver, print on paper
'Cross-over. Glass and mirror found from a studio in Toledo/Ohio, from streets in Italy and an invitation card. All these gave me the inspiration for this brooch.'
Email: info@marianne-schliwinski.de
Website: www.marianne-schliwinski.de

Artist: Kathryn Wardill

Photographer: Kathryn Wardill

"Dimensions (HxWxD): H 400mm x W 250mm x D 30mm Materials: Glass, Mineral Crystal disks & Sterling Silver
'As a prolific maker and I am never standing still in one jewellery place for very long, I never want to stay in my jewellery comfort zone. I try to push myself to a place where I am uncomfortable, with no idea what I am doing so that when I eventually resolve the problems of the piece I feel an unbelievable sense of achievement. A circle has no beginning, therefore no end. One piece always informs the next.'
Email: kathryn.wardill@rmit.edu.au
Website: www.wardill.com

Artist: Amy Johnson and Cynthia Archer

Diamonds Aren't Forever by Amy Johnson and Cynthia Archer

Photographer: Amy Johnson

Dimensions (HxWxD): 72 cm long x Inside Out.8 cm wide (widest) x Inside Out.5 cmMaterials and techniques: Flameworked glass, fabricated and cast sterling silverDesign team Amy Johnson, glass artist, and Cynthia Archer, metal-smith jeweler, have joined forces to create a line of contemporary jewelry named Proper. The idea to collaborate arose from a desire to challenge the perception of what is seen as precious and wearable today. Proper jewelry is stunning, diverse, and unusual. The wearer feels the weight of the piece and it warms to the body, offering a physical experience when worn.
Email: amy_johnson@sympatico.ca
Website: www.ehmeglass.com

Dimensions (HxWxD): 220 x 200 mm Materials and techniques: glass beads, glass pearl, beadworking.
'My work is inspired mainly by natural beauties and processes and traditional Czech technique. I admire different kinds of flowers, ectophytes and insect. I would like to call up the impression that my jewellery is part of that incredible world of nature. It could be the ecthophyte that is climbing around your neck as well as the beautiful beetle hidden in the blooming flower.'
Email: kathan@seznam.cz

Artist: Antje Illner

My World by Antje Illner

Photographer: Antje Illner

Dimensions (HxWxD): 40mmx60mmxInside Out0mm Materials and techniques: clear molten glass is pushed through a pierced silver sheet
Antje's passion for design is reflected in her life and in research, consultancy, exhibitions, teaching, publications and awards. Recent work creates a mood of calm sensuality, visually or by touch. By holding the smooth curvilinear shapes the wearer gains a relaxing feeling of refined intimacy. The forms induce a physical sensation when worn round the neck and touched.
Email: antje_illner@hotmail.com

Artist: Moa Andersson

Kiss me by Moa Andersson

Photographer: Moa Andersson

Dimensions (HxWxD): Glass frog 5cmX4cmX4cm Materials and techniques: kilncast glass and silver fittings.
'Welcome to my fantasy! Come along and join me on my trip to a sparkling and colourful fantasy world. The journey takes you around the corner of responsibility, common sense and seriousness. Get inspired and let yourself be decorated by playfulness, childishness and happiness.'
Email: moaason@hotmail.com
Website: www.moaandersson.com

Dimensions (HxWxD): 95 x 95 x 2 mm Materials and techniques: black and white glass, cut, glued, polished, silver
'I use flat glass, different kinds of marble and granite but also my own original glass, which I cast from different components and mixtures in a kiln. This method enables me to make quite unique glass that helps me to search for and create imaginary geometrical areas and spatial optical illusions.'
Email: glassart@wo.cz
Website: www.stanislavagrebenickova.wz.cz

Dimensions 18" Long Materials and techniques: Flame Working using Borosilicate Glass
'In my work I provide an output of my expressions creating jewellery, lighting and interior installations.Creating unique and distinct work to better the way people feel about themselves and their environment.'
Email: info@zoegarnerglass.com
Website: www.zoegarnerglass.com

Artist: Isla Osbourne

Chrysalis ring by Isla Osbourne

Photographer: Isla Osborne

Dimensions (HxWxD):45mm x 10mm x 10mm Materials and techniques: Lampworked borosilicate glass, silk thread, silver.
The practice of glass beadmaking is an ancient one, almost 9,000 years old. I use traditional lampworking techniques, but don't think respecting tradition means standing still. I constantly experiment with tools and techniques and am especially interested in the chemistry of glass, using enamels and metal oxides to create variation. I often combine glass with fibre, which I think softens glass, making pieces more fluid and wearable.
Email: isla_osborne@hotmail.com
Website: www.isla.co.nz

Artist: Diana Dias Leao

Rose Corset by Diana Dias Leao

Photographer: Zbigniew Mroz

Dimensions (HxWxD): Garment size 10/12 Materials and techniques: Barbed wire, Gaffer glass roses and suspenders, crystals, glass beads, sequins. Glass casting is the main technique with twisted wire and beading.
'The image may be glittering but the person inside is priceless; this is the main message I wish to convey with my work. No one should ever be bullied or denigrated due to not wearing the right image, clothes should be fun to put on in order to live your life.'
Email: diana@dias-leao.fsworld.co.uk

Artist: Jan Hein Van Stipout

Moriterunt te salutant by Jan Hein Van Stipout

Photographer: Philip van Boxtel

Dimensions (HxWxD): 12x15x3 cm Materials and techniques: Glass lampworking techniques
'Concept is the main point, not jewellery. The wear ability is not the goal but certainly provided, although it doesn't looks wearable. Who wants to dress up with thorns or even dead fish? That's the challenge for both: the one who makes it and the one who wears it.'
Email: stipglas@stipglas.com